In this week’s episode, Tim and Steve dive deep into two of the most powerful biblical images: the scapegoat and the Passover lamb. From ancient rituals in Leviticus to the prophetic imagery of Jesus in the Gospels, they explore how Christ takes on the blame of the world and offers a way of healing and peace instead of violence and accusation.

You’ll hear about:

• The Day of Atonement and the two goats
• Mimetic theory and why societies always seek a scapegoat
• How Jesus’ death subverts the cycle of blame and division
• The astonishing parallels between the Passover lamb and the crucifixion

🎧 Whether you’re new to the conversation or a long-time listener, this episode will challenge you to see the cross through fresh eyes—and call you to live out its radical implications.

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What if the cross is about more than personal forgiveness?

In this episode, Tim takes us deep into the heart of Cosmic Restoration—the idea that Jesus’ death and resurrection began the healing of all things: creation, communities, and every broken part of our world. It's a powerful vision of the gospel that calls us to join the work of renewal right now.

🎧 Don’t miss this thought-provoking episode of The Road to the Cross.

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From Eden to Calvary—one story, two trees, and a promise fulfilled.

In Episode 11 of The Road to the Cross, Steve and Tim explore the deep spiritual connection between the two trees in the Garden of Eden and the cross of Christ. Through rich theology, church history, and personal reflection, they unpack how the cross doesn't just echo Eden—it rewrites the story.

You’ll discover:

• Why the cross is the true tree of life
• How the knowledge of good and evil led to a fear of death
• What the early church called deification—and how it shapes our future
• The real meaning behind “This day you’ll be with Me in paradise”

This episode invites you to revisit your origin, rediscover your identity, and reimagine the cross as the gateway back to paradise—and forward into new creation.

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"Father, forgive them..."
From the cross, Jesus spoke seven final phrases—each one rich with meaning, mercy, and mystery.

In Episode 10 of The Road to the Cross, Steve and Tim explore the seven sayings of Jesus at the crucifixion. These last words reveal the fullness of His love: words of forgiveness for His enemies, compassion for His mother, welcome to a thief, and a bold proclamation that “It is finished.”

Why did Jesus quote Psalm 22? What does it mean that blood and water flowed from His side? What do His final words tell us about His mission—and His victory?
This conversation is a journey into the heart of the gospel.

✝️ Discover the cross again—and maybe for the first time.

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This week on The Road to the Cross, Steve and Tim follow Jesus beyond the city gates, where the condemned are cast out to die. As we approach Golgotha, we reflect on the shame of crucifixion, the symbolism of exile, and the prophetic layers hidden in the details of Jesus’ suffering. Why was he crucified outside the camp? What’s the deeper meaning behind the crown of thorns, the robe, and the inscription Pilate wrote?

We also discuss mob violence, lament, and how Jesus’ journey still transforms lives today—from ancient Jerusalem to modern Uganda.

💡 Key themes:
• The cultural shame of crucifixion
• Prophetic imagery in Psalm 22, Isaiah 53 & Genesis 22
• The symbolism of being “outside the walls”
• How the cross confronts power, pride, and religious violence
• A powerful story of rescue from a young mother in Uganda

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Jesus stands before Pilate and the question rings out: What is truth?

In Episode 8 of The Road to the Cross, Steve and Tim explore the trial of Jesus before the Roman authorities. From political manipulation to spiritual blindness, we witness a cosmic clash between kingdoms—and a king who rules from below. Along the way, we unpack:

• The historical and spiritual meaning behind “Behold the man”
• Why the mockery of Jesus carries a deeper truth
• How injustice, fear, and mob mentality still operate today
• The irony of religious leaders renouncing their own birthright

Don’t miss this sobering and rich episode that uncovers how divine love stood silent in the face of accusation.

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Welcome back to The Road to the Cross.

This week, we enter a courtroom drenched in darkness—not of truth, but of manipulation. Jesus is dragged before the high priest, subjected to an illegal trial driven by false witnesses, corrupt leaders, and hidden agendas.

Tim and Steve unpack:

• Why Annas still held power behind the scenes
• The deep corruption of the religious elite
• The contrast between Peter’s regret and Judas’ despair
• What Jesus’ silence says about power, justice, and the Kingdom of God

As spiritual darkness gathers, Jesus’ response is calm, courageous, and clear—a model for every believer facing injustice today.

🔥 This is not just history. This is a challenge to how we respond to injustice, to power, and to the temptation to fight back with force instead of love.

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💔 In Episode 6 of The Road to the Cross, Steve and Tim reflect on two painful moments that shaped the Passion story: Judas’s betrayal and Peter’s denial.

What does it mean to be betrayed by a friend with a kiss? How does Christ respond in the face of denial, violence, and abandonment? With tenderness and deep insight, Steve explores the mystery of divine compassion, even as the darkness thickens.

In this episode:

• Judas’s kiss: a betrayal... or a desperate act of love?
• Peter’s failure: what it teaches us about grace
• Jesus’ refusal to retaliate — and what that means for us
• Walking with a limp: leadership and honesty in the Kingdom

✝️ Whether you’re a church leader or simply seeking a deeper understanding of Jesus’ journey to the cross, this episode will move you to reflect and respond.

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